A review by leah_shorts
The Charlie Method by Elle Kennedy

funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

I almost didn't read this book because I although I was a fan of The Graham Effect, I didn't really like the Dixon Rule. Also, I wasn't sure how I felt about a story featuring polyamory. I'm glad I decided to read it though, because I thought it was much better than the Dixon Rule.

I really enjoyed Charlie's growth throughout the book. I wish she had talked to her parents and opened up more (earlier) but I also understand that as a 20-something, she's trying to spread her wings and test her own independence. 

My only complaint is that I wish we had gotten more for Will. I wasn't necessarily surprised by the ending, however I was disappointed that we didn't get more of his perspective leading up to his decision. I also was kind of disappointed that we never got an intimate scene with just Will & Charlie (despite multiple scenes with just Charlie and Beckett). 

I appreciated that Will and Beckett remained best friends and that it never really turned into a throuple.